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Internal combustion engines utilize various components for varying engine operations based upon operating conditions. For example, engines can use camshafts with a cam phaser for altering the rotational position of the cam based upon engine operating conditions. Internal combustion engines have also been provided with variable compression ratios for varying the compression stroke of the pistons based upon engine operating conditions. These engines can further utilize a phasing device for altering the rotary position of a control shaft based upon engine operating conditions. It is desirable to provide an improved shaft phasing device with a low axial length and speed reduction.